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Who is Hugh Hammer’s mother, Saera Targaryen? House of the Dragon character lore explained
Unveiling the Targaryen family’s secrets.

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Who was Saera Targaryen?

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Saera Targaryen was King Jaehaerys I and Queen Alysanne’s ninth child. She became infamous for her rebellious nature and scandalous behavior. Saera fled to Essos and worked in pleasure houses. She is now revealed as Hugh Hammer’s mother, a key dragonseed in the Dance of the Dragons.
📜Quick Details:
Born: 67 AC
Died: 101 AC
House: House Targaryen
Allegiance: House Targaryen
Father: Jaehaerys I Targaryen
Mother: Alysanne Targaryen
Sibling(s):
Aegon Targaryen
Daenerys Targaryen
Aemon Targaryen
Baelon Targaryen
Maegelle Targaryen
Vaegon Targaryen
Daella Targaryen
Alyssa Targaryen
Viserra Targaryen
Gaemon Targaryen
Valerion Targaryen
Gael Targaryen
Quick Facts
- The youngest child of King Jaehaerys I and Queen Alysanne
- Known for her rebellious and spirited nature
- Fled to Lys and later Volantis
- Became the owner of a famous pleasure house in Volantis
- Mother of Hugh Hammer, a dragonseed
- Her actions caused significant scandal in the Targaryen court
Saera Targaryen in House of the Dragon

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Season 2
- Revealed as Hugh Hammer’s mother
- Worked in a pleasure house
- She enjoyed more freedom due to her Targaryen heritage
Impact on the Story
- Connects the dragonseeds to the Targaryen royal line
- Adds context to Hugh Hammer’s lineage
- Raises questions about other potential Targaryen descendants
Read More: Everything You Need to Know About Hugh Hammer in House of the Dragon
Saera Targaryen in Fire and Blood

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Early Life
- Portrayed as rebellious from a young age
- She caused trouble for her family with her behavior
- Engaged in relationships with multiple young men at court
Scandal and Exile
- King Jaehaerys sent her to the Faith’s care
- Escaped and fled to Lys
- Worked in a pleasure garden in Lys
Life in Essos
- Moved to Volantis
- Became the owner of a famous pleasure house
- She remained a source of sorrow for her parents
Quotes
“She worked in a pleasure house. She was granted more freedom than most because of who she was. And because rich men paid more to fuck a woman with silver hair.” – Hugh Hammer about his mother, Saera Targaryen
Quick Answers
Who is Saera Targaryen?
Saera Targaryen is the daughter of King Jaehaerys I and Queen Alysanne. She became infamous for her scandalous behavior and later worked in pleasure houses in Essos.
How is Saera connected to the events in House of the Dragon?
Saera is revealed to be the mother of Hugh Hammer, one of the dragonseeds fighting in the Dance of the Dragons.
Why did Saera leave Westeros?
Saera fled Westeros after causing a scandal in court. She escaped from the Faith’s care and went to Lys, later settling in Volantis.
What impact does Saera’s revelation have on the story?
Saera’s connection to Hugh Hammer adds complexity to the dragonseed storyline and raises questions about other potential Targaryen descendants in Essos.
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